LearnUFT courses in Brooklyn

LearnUFT courses are now available at the UFT's Brooklyn borough office! The fee to register is $30 per course for teachers and $15 per course for paraprofessionals. Participants will receive two CTLE hours per course. Courses are available for both teachers and paraprofessionals. Sessions may be repeated, so please check to be sure you are registering for the correct session.

The UFT's Brooklyn borough office is located at 335 Adams Street. See directions »

Courses Offered

In December, the Brooklyn borough office will be offering two courses for paraprofessionals only on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Registered participants are expected to complete both courses. Participants will receive a total of four CTLE hours.

Communication that Enhances Professional Collaboration (FOR PARAPROFESSIONALS)
Communication is simple yet complex. It is easy to do and easy to blunder. Participates will learn research-based strategies and methods to communicate effectively, develop trust and respect, foster learning and accomplish goals.

The Language of Math: Supporting English Language Learners in the Math Classroom (FOR PARAPROFESSIONALS)
The language of mathematics can be challenging for English Language Learners. In this session, educators will have the opportunity to work in stations to practice strategies for developing academic language in mathematics to support ELLs.